What Causes It?

 Many aspects of everyday life can trigger constipation, including:

  • A diet low in fiber and high in fat
  • Dehydration
  • Lack of exercise
  • Aging, which can result in a slower metabolism
  • Pregnancy, which results in hormonal changes as well as a compressed intestine
  • Changes in normal diet or daily routine often experienced by travelers
  • Prescription and nonprescription medications including pain medications, antispasmodics, antidepressants, blood pressure medicine, iron supplements, calcium supplements, diuretics, and antacids that contain aluminum

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INDICATIONS AND USAGE: KRISTALOSE® (LACTULOSE) For Oral Solution is indicated for the treatment of constipation. In patients with a history of chronic constipation, lactulose therapy increases the number of bowel movements per day and the number of days on which bowel movements occur.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Initial dosing may produce flatulence and intestinal cramps, which are usually transient. KRISTALOSE is contraindicated in patients who require a low-galactose diet and should be used with caution in diabetics. Excessive dosage can lead to diarrhea with potential complications, such as loss of fluids, hypokalemia, and hyperatremia. Nausea and vomiting have been reported.

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